Troy man faces federal marijuana trafficking, gun charges

A Troy man is facing marijuana trafficking and gun charges.

Omjasisa Kentu Felder, 53, allegedly had a 9mm handgun as a convicted felon. He also had marijuana with intent to distribute in November 2022, and conspired to distribute marijuana between 2021 and November 2022, the U.S. Attorney’s Office said.

Felder was arraigned on Monday and ordered to be held pending trial.

The charges carry severe punishments, which could include up to life in prison.